Apple iPhone Duo: The foldable iPhone is finally here
It’s here. After years of speculation, patent filings, and industry whispers, Apple has finally unveiled its boldest product since the Vision Pro. Unlike the company’s first foray into the VR headset market — and the first iPhone Air, which didn’t sell quite as well as expected — this one will likely enjoy a longer lifespan and see plenty of future iterations. We, of course, are talking about the Apple iPhone Duo, the American technology giant’s first foldable smartphone. Foldable phones have been around for a while, and the form factor is hardly new territory for the industry. But this is ... The post Apple iPhone Duo: The foldable iPhone is finally here appeared first on REVU Philippines.
Maya Visa Wallet Cards Now Support Google Pay in the Philippines
Visa and Maya have expanded Google Wallet and Google Pay support to Maya Visa wallet cards in the Philippines, allowing users to make contactless payments using compatible Android phones and devices. The rollout means Google Pay is now available across Maya’s Visa card lineup, including both credit and wallet cards. Maya wallet cardholders can now The post Maya Visa Wallet Cards Now Support Google Pay in the Philippines appeared first on WalasTech.
Apple iPhone Duo Now Official, Priced in the Philippines
Apple has officially unveiled iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone, marking the company’s biggest design change to the iPhone lineup yet. The device combines a 7.6-inch inner display with a compact 5.4-inch outer screen, A20 Pro performance, a dual-battery system, and a new camera experience built around its folding design. Why it matters: iPhone Duo The post Apple iPhone Duo Now Official, Priced in the Philippines appeared first on WalasTech.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Launches Globally, Now Priced in PH
Apple has officially introduced the Apple Watch Ultra 4 as its latest sports and adventure smartwatch, bringing a new Health Sensing System, the S11 chip, longer battery life, and more accurate GPS. Apple Watch Ultra 4 is designed for athletes and outdoor users, with up to 50 hours of everyday battery life, up to 84 The post Apple Watch Ultra 4 Launches Globally, Now Priced in PH appeared first on WalasTech.
Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro Series, Now Priced in the Philippines
Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max as part of its global launch, with Philippine pricing announced at the same time. The new Pro models bring major upgrades to the camera system, performance, thermal management, and battery life. Why it matters: Apple is positioning the iPhone 18 Pro series The post Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro Series, Now Priced in the Philippines appeared first on WalasTech.
The keyword for the Apple Watch Series 12 is heartrate variability
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Apple introduces AirPods 5 with best-in-class open-ear Active Noise Cancellation
Apple has officially announced AirPods 5, bringing breakthrough open-ear Active Noise Cancellation, re-engineered sound quality, and intelligent hands-free assistance to its entry wireless earbuds lineup. The… The post Apple introduces AirPods 5 with best-in-class open-ear Active Noise Cancellation appeared first on Jam Online | Tech News & Reviews.
Liveblog Recap: Apple September Event 2026
Apple's "Surprise and Shine" September event delivered the iPhone 18 Pro series, AirPods 5, the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 — plus Apple's first foldable, the iPhone Duo. Here's everything announced, from Gadget Pilipinas' live coverage.
Apple AirPods 5 Now Official, Priced in the Philippines
Apple has introduced AirPods 5 globally, bringing Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to its most affordable AirPods lineup. The new open-ear earbuds also feature improved sound quality, better durability, and new gesture controls. Why it matters: AirPods 5 bring ANC to Apple’s more affordable open-ear design. Apple says the new model can remove up to 50 The post Apple AirPods 5 Now Official, Priced in the Philippines appeared first on WalasTech.
Apple enters foldables with passport‑style iPhone Duo, 2TB variant priced at PHP 254,990
Apple may be late to foldables, but the iPhone Duo is finally here—and that alone could push the form factor into the mainstream.Meet iPhone DuoApple enters foldable smartphone market with the passport‑style iPhone DuoThankfully, Apple’s approach feels fresh, riding the passport‑style wide foldable wave with HUAWEI, Samsung, and Xiaomi.The first folding screen of AppleNew CEO John Ternus unveiled the device, highlighting its compact yet wide 7.6‑inch screen (inner screen), redesigned UI, and Apple Pencil support (coming later).7.6-inch yet handy?The company also added a special nano‑texture finish to cut glare, along with a scratch‑resistant coating, layered glass with custom adhesives, and a titanium plate for extra durability and to minimize creases.This provides a large canvas for viewing content, gaming, and multitasking.When closedWhen closed, it transforms into a passport-style, Ceramic Shield 2-protected 5.4-inch smartphone (outer screen), delivering 90% of the iPhone 18 Pro in a compact/pocketable design.Both Super Retina XDR screens w/ ProMotion, Always On, and 3,000 nits peak brightness.The two screens share the same aspect ratio, so content scales evenly for seamless visuals.According to the company, the Duo is built to last, with innovative hardware and a precision hinge that delivers a smooth, satisfying feel every time. It comes with 100+ components, reinforced ribs, and ceramic fiber inserts for rigidity.Different use casesApple also gave the Duo an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, pairing it with a Grade 5 titanium body, a mirror‑polished finish, and a 3D‑printed hinge cover. It is available in Star White and Night Sky color options.This is Apple’s thinnest iPhone when folded, powered by the A20 Pro chip with on‑device AI and cooled by a vapor chamber. In particular, this is a 2nm chip with a 6-core design, a 7-core GPU, and a dual 16-core Neural Engine.Apple claims that with its Dual Battery Architecture (one on each side), the phone has up to 31 hours of video playback (inner display), 44 hours of video playback (outer display), and 24 hours of mixed use. Charging takes about 20 mins to reach 50% via fast wired chargers and 30 mins to reach 50% via wireless MagSafe/Qi2 charging.The Duo features a 48MP Fusion main camera (24MP default) with 2x telephoto and sensor‑shift OIS, paired with a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide that supports macro shots.Up front, it offers Center Stage plus a hidden FaceTime camera under the inner display, while video capture includes up to 4K120 Dolby Vision, Cinematic effects after capture, Audio Mix, and 4K HDR time‑lapse.New features include Smart Take for AI auto‑capture, Duo Preview for outer display live shots, Kid Cue with Peanuts animations to engage kids, and Duo FaceTime for group calls on the outer screen.Body of the deviceOther features include side Touch ID, Camera Control, C2 modem, WiFi 7, 5G, Bluetooth 6, and eSIM support.Apple also refined iOS 27 for the Duo with a side‑mounted dock and controls, dual Home Screens, and a redesigned Dynamic Island. Multitasking now supports Split View, dual app windows, and Siri AI.Apple said that StandBy works seamlessly on both displays with new faces and deeper customization, and apps from Apple and third parties like Netflix, Zoom, and Slack are optimized for the foldable design.Siri AI brings a more conversational, context‑aware experience synced via iCloud, and Apple Intelligence adds tools such as Spatial Reframing, Extend, Clean Up, Image Playground, SynthID support, and Safari Notify Me.Apple iPhone Duo key specs and features:IP68 dust and water resistance7.6-inch scratch-resistant Super Retina XDR w/ ProMotion (inner screen)5.4-inch Ceramic Shield 2 Super Retina XDR w/ ProMotion (outer screen)Precision hinge, minimal crease2nm A20 Pro 6-core chip, 7-core GPUDual 16-core Neural Engine256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB memoryDual Battery Architecture, up to 24 hours of mixed useFast wired and wireless charging48MP Fusion main camera w/ sensor-shift OIS48MP Fusion Ultra Wide w/ macroCenter Stage, hidden FaceTime cameraUp to 4K120 Dolby VisionSide Touch ID, Camera ControlStereo speakersiOS 27 for DuoSiri AI165 x 118 x 5.2 mm (unfolded)84 x 118 x 11.3 mm (folded)Starts at PHP 159,990Price and availabilityApple iPhone Duo 256GB - From PHP 159,990Apple iPhone Duo 512GB - From PHP 175,990Apple iPhone Duo 1TB - From PHP 207,990Apple iPhone Duo 2TB - From PHP 254,990In the US, pre-orders open on October 16 at 5:00 AM PT. Availability starts on October 23.No info on PH availability yet.Source: Apple